In November 2017, Toyota-Suzuki had finalised an agreement to manufacture and sell electric vehicles in India by the turn of the decade. TOKYO: Japanese auto major Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) is working with compatriot Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) to introduce a compact battery electric vehicle (BEVs) in the Indian market at an early stage, said… Continue reading Toyota-Suzuki working on introducing a compact battery electric vehicle in India
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Sturgess Motor Group sells Volvo Leicester dealership amid 2018 losses
Sturgess Motor Group has completed the sale of its Volvo Car UK franchise in Leicester to TMS Motor Group after revealing a pre-tax loss of £1.26 million in its 2018 annual financial results. Sturgess, which last year celebrated 120 years of trading and also represents Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Hyundai, Suzuki, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Abarth,… Continue reading Sturgess Motor Group sells Volvo Leicester dealership amid 2018 losses
What BS-6 means for auto buyers – BusinessLine
The automotive industry, which has been reeling under the impact of a host of adverse factors and one of the worst slowdowns ever, is set to transition to BS-VI emission standards on April 1, 2020, a fact which was reiterated by the government two days ago. This transition has been the talk of motown ever… Continue reading What BS-6 means for auto buyers – BusinessLine
Hyundai Venue booking crosses 75,000-mark, sets record
NEW DELHI: Hyundai received 75,000 bookings for Venue since launch and with 42,681 units delivered to customers in period May-September 2019. SJ Ha, executive director, Hyundai Motor India said, “It is a moment for great pride for us as Venue had outperformed to become the No 1 Utility Vehicle in India. Venue with its solid… Continue reading Hyundai Venue booking crosses 75,000-mark, sets record
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz completes 5 years, 2.7 lakh units sold
NEW DELHI: Over 2.7 lakh units of Maruti Suzuki Ciaz were sold in last five years, the car manufacturers said in a regulatory filing.Maruti Suzuki in a statement said that the top-end Alpha trim contributed to more than 54 per cent of the total sales for the sedan. The Nexa Blue colour variant contributed to… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Ciaz completes 5 years, 2.7 lakh units sold
Tata Nexon EV gives India an affordable domestic-brand electric car
With global automakers turning their hungry eyes to the Indian market, domestic manufacturer Tata is hoping to establish itself as a serious competitor in the EV segment with its new Nexon.
The Nexon is the first Tata to employ the company's modernized EV powertrain tech, dubbed Ziptron. This packages a 130-hp electric motor and a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack not yet detailed.
This level of sophistication is commonplace among current-generation electrics sold in most EV-friendly markets, but Tata will be the only Indian manufacturer offering a package like this for domestic consumption. Tata is, after all, the parent company of Jaguar Land Rover, and it likely has access to some of the engineering expertise that went into the Jaguar I-Pace, among several other EVs under development.
Tata says the Nexon will have a range of approximately 186 miles and offer what the company describes as “zippy” performance, fast charging capability and off-road durability. Tata also touts its adherence to the IP67 standard for water- and dust-proofing, which will be important for promoting it to rural customers.
“We are proud to announce that Nexon EV will be available for personal buyers in India from Q4 (Jan-Mar) FY19-20,” said Tata electric mobility president Shailesh Chandra in the company's announcement. “Powered by the cutting-edge Ziptron technology, Nexon EV promises to address the barriers that exist in the EV market today and will deliver a thrilling on-road performance, ensuring zero emission.”
When it debuts later this year, the Nexon will join Tata's smaller, less sophisticated Tigor EV and Mahindra's e-Verito (sold elsewhere as a Dacia). Mahindra also sold the small e2o EV in its home market from 2016 until earlier this year; it is no longer being produced.
The Nexon is expected to cost less than $25,000 in India. Its strongest competition will come from import nameplates, such as the Hyundai Kona Electric, and more competition will be joining the fray. Toyota plans to launch a range of EVs under the Suzuki brand starting in 2020.
One Biker Got Busted, But Another Purposely Smacks A Tesla Mirror
The rearview mirror was just flipped, but why? Did the biker want more lane room? It is very rewarding when our efforts and our readers help solve situations such as the one Brandon McGowen faced. On October 3, he was heading home when a biker broke his right rear view mirror on purpose. While that… Continue reading One Biker Got Busted, But Another Purposely Smacks A Tesla Mirror
Monday Morning Auto News, Oct 07, 2019
Monday Morning Auto News, Oct 07, 2019
Volvo and Geely to Merge Engine Operations in Electric Car Push – Bloomberg: Volvo and Geely to Merge Engine Operations in Electric Car Push Bloomberg
VW in talks to share its electric know-how – The Detroit News: Ford agreed earlier this year to use VW”s main electric-car platform for a high-volume car in Europe
Volvo and Geely to merge combustion-engine programmes – Autocar: Volvo engine New engine division will focus on hybrid development, while Volvo will push resour…
Week 4: As UAW GM strike takes its toll, workers vow they’re more committed than ever – Freep: Sounds of gospel music filled what was once the gymnasium in the old Gundry School, now a church with deep connections to GM’s factory workers.
Move to close training center emerges in midst of GM-UAW contract talks – Freep: Key issues remain on the table between GM and the UAW and one of those is the training center embroiled in part of a federal corruption probe.
Harley struggles to fire up new generation of riders with electric bike debut – CNBC: The bike costs nearly as much as a Tesla Model 3, and aims for a market that does not really exist: young, “green” and affluent first-time motorcyclists.
Mercedes-Benz sales soar to record on back of boost from China – FT: Mercedes-Benz sales soar to record on back of boost from China
Swedish EV firm NEVS to sell final new Saab 9-3 this month – Autocar: An unused crash test model from 2013 will be auctioned to raise funds for sustainable mobility res…
1964 Olympic cauldron returns ‘home’ to Saitama Pref. after touring disaster-hit areas – Mainichi: … diameter and weighs approximately 4 metric tons, was created by local metal worker Mannosuke Suzuki and his son Bungo, both now deceased.
Volvo, Geely to merge combustion engine operations – Reuters: Volvo, Geely to merge combustion engine operations Reuters
New Aston Martin Vantage Roadster: first images released – Autocar: V8-powered drop-top will take on the Porsche 911 Cabriolet with over 500bhp and a price tag around…
Analysis: How China is fuelling Volkswagen’s electric dream – Autocar: Volkswagen”s global ID models will be joined by China-only variants Volkswagen”s ambitious EV p…
Jobless claims up around U.S. amid GM strike – The Detroit News: As 46,000 walk picket lines outside GM facilities in 19 states, thousands laid off because of the strike are waiting for a call to return to work.
When harm comes from safety tech, what to do? – Automotive News: More than 800 motorists have lodged complaints about false positive incidents on Nissan Rogues with automated emergency braking systems.
FCA chief cleans up the messes of a legend – Automotive News: When Mike Manley was thrust into the role of CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2018 as his predecessor, Sergio Marchionne, lay dying, the …
V2X might speed progress on the road to autonomy – Automotive News: At the time, only Tesla appeared to be working towards “fake human” driving, by which I mean, relying on cameras/visible spectrum and using artificial …
Peugeot to ditch GTi badge? – Autocar: Peugeot to ditch GTi badge? NZ Autocar
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